A news bulletin is a short segment of news that appears on television, radio or online. It is a part of a newscast, which can range in length from just a few minutes to several hours and covers both national and international events. Newscasts are broadcast from local or national newsrooms and can be accompanied by video footage, text, graphics and audio.
A good news bulletin is concise, focused and informative. It should include a summary at the end to allow the audience to recall important information. It should be written to appeal to the audience’s emotions. It is also a good idea to include sound bites (either in a voice report or as stand-alone clips) to make the news bulletin more interesting and credible for your audience. However, it is important to avoid using opinionated language or presenting biased sources because it can damage your credibility and integrity.
Keeping in mind that your audience is listening on the go and is often multitasking, try to make your bulletin short and snappy. You can improve clarity and comprehension by not rushing, pausing before difficult pronunciations and practicing them, and by avoiding unnecessary filler material.
You should also make sure your bulletin is interesting and appealing to your audience by creating a compelling lead and following the inverted pyramid format: the most important information goes first, then supporting details and a nut graph, which ties the facts together and explains why they are significant. If you can, use quotes from experts and witnesses to add authenticity and credibility to your story.
